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BMW 3-Series (2021) vs. BMW 5-Series (2010) Specs

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2021 BMW 3-Series and 2010 BMW 5-Series Specifications

Model Year 2021 2010  
Model BMW 3-Series BMW 5-Series  
Engine turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
473 hp@6250
406 lb-ft@2650
5.0L V10
DOHC-4v
500 hp@7750
383 lb-ft@6100
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 7-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.2 in 113.7 in -1.5 in
Length 185.7 in 191.1 in -5.4 in
Width 71.9 in 72.7 in -0.8 in
Height 56.8 in 57.8 in -1 in
Curb Weight 3840 lb. 4089 lb. -249 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.6 gal. 18.5 gal. -2.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.7 in 37.7 in 1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.0 in 57.3 in -1.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.0 in 41.5 in 0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.6 in 37.9 in -0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.6 in 57.2 in -2.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.2 in 36.0 in -0.8 in
Total Legroom 77.2 in (over 2 rows) 77.5 in (over 2 rows) -0.3 in
Cargo Volume 16.9 ft3 14.0 ft3 2.9 ft3

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2010 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review
2010 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
People 5 foot 3 and above cannot sit comfortably in the back seat on long trips. see full BMW 5-Series review
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Almost limo sized with very comfortable shaping. see full BMW 5-Series review
 
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